1. to deprive (someone, especially a child or heir) of an inheritance or the right to inherit
Usage: transitive verb; legal/formal context

Examples

• The wealthy businessman decided to disinherit his youngest son after their disagreement.
• She was disinherited by her parents when she refused to follow their wishes.
• He threatened to disinherit anyone who married outside the family.
• The will disinherits all previous heirs in favor of a charitable foundation.
• After the scandal, the family voted to disinherit the disgraced relative.